FTPManager Pro vs CSIA
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
FTPManager Pro
This app provides a robust FTP and SFTP client for managing remote files. It allows direct access, editing of text files, and streaming of media from servers to your device. You can also transfer files between your device and servers, including nearby devices.
- Access FTP, FTPS, and SFTP servers
- Manage remote files (copy, move, delete)
- Edit text files with syntax highlighting
- Stream music and videos from servers
- Transfer files between devices and servers
- Nearby file transfer between iOS devices
Read full descriptionHide full description
FTPManager Pro is a fully featured FTP client that allows you to access files on FTP servers. Directly access and manage remote files, edit text files. Stream videos and music to your iPhone/iPad. Transfer files between iPhone/iPad and FTP server. FEATURES: * Access FTP, FTPS (FTP over TLS) server. * Access SFTP (SSH) server * Access Dropbox * Copy, move, rename and delete files. * Edit text files * Stream music and videos from FTP server to iPhone/iPad. * Sort and search files * In-App FTP Server * Dark Mode * Multiple windows on iPad * File Transfer: Copy files among servers, cloud storages, iPhone and iPad. Copy photos between iOS photo library and servers. Backup photos from iOS photo library to servers. Sync files between iPhone/iPad and servers. Transfer files by drag and drop. Nearby file transfer: Directly transfer files between two nearby iOS devices without Wi-Fi or LTE connection. * Text Editor: Show line numbers Syntax highlighting (HTML, JavaScript, CSS, Swift etc) Full text search * Supported File Formats: Text: TXT, PHP, HTML, JS, CSS ect. Document: PDF, WORD, EXCEL, PPT, PAGES, NUMBERS, KEYNOTE, EPUB Photo: JPG, PNG, GIF, CR2, NEF, ARW, DNG etc. Music: MP3, AAC, AIFF, WAV, FLAC, APE etc. Video: MOV, MP4 Follow us on twitter: @SkyjosApps
CSIA
Read full descriptionHide full description
Stay up to date with the CSIA! The CSIA app allows users to register for classes, check their CEUs, and pay invoices. You can also access your mobile certification card, purchase study materials, and even pick up some CSIA gear!
Screenshots
Verdict
The clearest difference is price: CSIA at Free against FTPManager Pro's $2.99. FTPManager Pro's advantage is chart position (#13 vs unranked). On update cadence, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS
CSIA is free to download; FTPManager Pro costs $2.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
FTPManager Pro ships an update every 2 months, CSIA every 4 months. The most recent releases landed on September 24, 2026 and September 18, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | FTPManager Pro | CSIA |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $2.99 | Free — better |
| Rating | 4.7 (1K ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 69.2% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 1K — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months — better | Every 4 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Paid | — |
| Best chart rank | #13 — better | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | 14.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 94 MB | 37 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Skyjos Co., Ltd. | The Chimney Safety Institute of America |
Bugs and requests
FTPManager Pro
Reported bugs
3 issues- Inability to upload files in some cases
- Inconsistent behavior when accessing certain file types
- Connectivity issues with FTP/SFTP servers
Requested features
4 requests- Improved file transfer management (batch uploads, progress indicators)
- Enhanced text editor with more features (syntax highlighting, themes, etc.)
- Integration with cloud storage services (Dropbox, Google Drive, etc.)
- Ability to disconnect from FTP/SFTP servers without closing the app
CSIA
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
FTPManager Pro
No in-app purchases
CSIA
No in-app purchases
Questions
Is FTPManager Pro free?
Is CSIA free?
Do FTPManager Pro or CSIA have ads?
Which is updated more often, FTPManager Pro or CSIA?
Other comparisons
